Sacred performance
A Hindu devotee dressed as the goddess Kali performs a ritual during the Kulasai Dasara festival in Kulasekharapatnam, Tamil Nadu, India, yesterday.
Coin, statue, holiday memorials of Kirk not supported by public: poll
Coin, statue, holiday memorials of Kirk not supported by public: poll
Following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, politicians across the US have advanced efforts to permanently memorialise him, including through coins, statues and official...
Fiery clashes
Fiery clashes
Police officers run away from flames as demonstrators clash with authorities during a march yesterday to mark the 57th anniversary of the 1968 Tlatelolco Square massacre
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Peters in firing line at port speech
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Peters in firing line at port speech
A minister's speech about the upcoming inland port was derailed after protesters showed up in droves and made a ruckus outside Port Otago.
ED’s situation much influenced by govt decisions: Chambers
ED’s situation much influenced by govt decisions: Chambers
The Dunedin Hospital emergency department is not a hellhole, but its needs are complex and a victim of many forces
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New rail pad gets rail back on track: Peters
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New rail pad gets rail back on track: Peters
The timing was not ideal, but completion of a key construction project at Port Chalmers could be vital for the region’s growth and it came in $1 million under budget.
‘Just keep moving’ — the secret to Alice’s longevity
‘Just keep moving’ — the secret to Alice’s longevity
A 90-year-old Mosgiel woman had the time of her life — literally — as dozens made the flight from Perth to celebrate her birthday with a grand tour of her past.
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Abuser being returned to Fiji
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Abuser being returned to Fiji
A man who sexually abused a boy and tried to buy his silence will be returned to Fiji after the Parole Board said there was ‘‘little point’’ in him remaining locked up.
Unexplained death in Great King St
Unexplained death in Great King St
Residents in Central Dunedin may see an increased police presence today after a person died in unknown circumstances in Great King St, North Dunedin.
Stolen bike ride ends badly
Stolen bike ride ends badly
A Dunedin man’s night-time ride on a stolen motorbike ended with a visit to the hospital after he crashed and broke his leg.
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Acquitted given permanent name suppression
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Acquitted given permanent name suppression
The identity of a prominent Otago man will be forever kept secret after he was acquitted of sexual assault charges.
Carrying sister’s legacy — and jacket — on her shoulders
Carrying sister’s legacy — and jacket — on her shoulders
Lucia Morey is all set to represent New Zealand at the world stage after receiving a special hand-me-down from her sister.
Tulip mania made its way south once
Tulip mania made its way south once
A visitor to the Dunedin Railway Station frolics behind a bed of tulips yesterday, which have bloomed, undeterred by the recent cold snap.
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Uncertainty on motor camp’s reopening angers residents
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Uncertainty on motor camp’s reopening angers residents
Waikouaiti residents are "ropeable" over vague reopening dates for the council-owned camp, a community board member says.
Tools, trinkets in troves at sale
Tools, trinkets in troves at sale
Thrifty treasure hunters were quick to queue in search of bargains at the annual Taieri Rotary Garage Sale.
Daytime rave new option for bassline junkies
Daytime rave new option for bassline junkies
Sensibility and raves do not seem to go together. But they are the perfect mix for young mother Vanessa Cook.
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Staffing, resource issues plague ED
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Staffing, resource issues plague ED
If the ED is the canary in the Dunedin Hospital coalmine, then there is cause to worry about the bird’s health. Matthew Littlewood looks into the present situation and wonders whether there is a way out.
Watersports foiled by wipeout
Watersports foiled by wipeout
Dunedin hydrofoiler Selwyn McCracken battled a crosswind at St Clair yesterday morning.
Obituary: passionate voice for youth
Obituary: passionate voice for youth
Former Queen’s High School principal Dame Patricia Harrison was a beloved educator and community leader.
Global Insight: Caution urged for NZ in space race
Global Insight: Caution urged for NZ in space race
In its rush to join the space race, New Zealand needs to ensure it is not simply doing the bidding of a superpower like the United States, Prof Robert Patman says.